Ruth Lake

Additional Info

Award Winner : BCT Structures, A Clean Harbors Company

Architectural Excellence : This facility consists of 235 modules married with panelized construction in the centre core. The lodge incorporates 10 ft. + finished ceilings, two-storey common areas and various window designs allowing abundance of natural light. The use of different color palettes, interior and exterior wall finishings and lighting fixtures gives the building a warm and inviting presence, creating that home away from home feel. Amenities include golf simulator, a 4000 sq. ft. state of the art work-out facility, yoga / fitness class room, movie theater, massage rooms, private video gaming rooms, lounge, recreation area, business center with executive boardrooms and restaurant style dining area. The multi-storey facility includes three types of rooms with the majority being 175 and 250 sq. ft. suites with private washrooms. In addition to the lodge is the CH Energy & Industrial modular operations office and a 10,000 sq. ft. pre-engineered maintenance facility.

Cost Energy Effectiveness : Special care was required in the selection of materials for the job to satisfy the requirement of the lodge to be of premium quality with a 30 year lifespan, yet to stay within the budget. Spatial design also allowed the use of the spaces to be multi-purpose and therefore adding to the cost effectiveness of the building by being able to use it for multiple purposes. Sustainable materials were used, as well as increased insulation in the roofs and Roxul in the walls, adding to the R value. Upgraded windows, siding and roofing materials make up the exterior. Energy efficient appliances, toilets, showers and lighting were used throughout the building to reduce operating cost.

Occupied Date : 9/30/2013

Production Start Date : 11/15/2012

Project Location City : Fort McMurray

Project Location State Name : AB

Technical Innovation : The building design presented several technical challenges to accommodate the large spans, clerestories and open concepts. The solution was to incorporate modular building and panelized construction with post and beam influences. Special connection details had to be developed along with unique consideration given to the installation of the components due to constricted working area on the job site. State of the art kitchen equipment was incorporated to reduce the foot print of the kitchen facility as well as accommodate the future expansion of the lodge without having to add further modules. The selection of kitchen equipment, dual low-flush toilets and energy efficient lighting all were incorporated to improve sustainability and lower overall utility consumption. The lodge incorporates state of the art RFID card system, individual WIFI routers in every room allowing Facetime & PPV movies to work seamlessly as well as host HD video conferencing capabilities in the executive boardrooms.

Total Square Feet : 232000

Category : Permanent: Commercial Housing: over 10,000 sq. ft.